Comparison Console
Fenix PD36R vs Olight Baton Ultra
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight Baton Ultra stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$121.35Most expensive
US$99.99Cheapest
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
113.5 mm (4.47 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmLowest output
1800 lmHighest output
Max candela
132000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
300 m (984 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 min
Unknown
Power & durability
Battery type
1 rechargeable 21700 lithium-ion battery
Custom rechargeable battery included
Charging type
USB Type-C 18W fast charging
USB-C, MCC magnetic charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
Unknown
Material
6061-T6 Aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Olight OAL™ proprietary aluminum alloy (O-aluminum)
Use case profile
Best for
EDC and outdoor lightingExtended outdoor adventuresUsers needing a bright, durable, rechargeable flashlight
EDC (Everyday Carry)Users wanting high output and throw in compact sizeUsers needing USB-C and magnetic charging convenience
Common praise
Impressive brightness and beam distanceExcellent battery runtime and fast USB-C chargingRugged build quality with IP68 waterproof ratingVersatile 2-way body clip for hands-free carry
Compact size yet powerful 1800 lumens outputExcellent beam quality with crisp hotspot and natural white beamDurable Olight OAL aluminum bodyDual switches for flexible and intuitive controlConvenient USB-C and magnetic charging optionsIPX8 water resistance
Common complaints
Higher cost compared to simpler flashlightsFlat side switch can be hard to locate by feel
Mode memory behavior for High mode is inconsistent and confusingLockout is activated by long hold making accidental activation easierNo dedicated mode memory for Turbo and StrobeTail switch uses High and Turbo modes instead of Medium and Turbo which may limit versatility